Pre workout

LuxuryChic · 02-18-2007, 02:23 PM

Well it's been a while since i've hit the gym and even dieted for that matter, i've got the diet thing down again, but i have completely forgotten what i should eat for a preworkout meal, i can't remember if it's complex carbs or simple carbs, i think it's complex cause i no u want the simple carbs afterwards. so what is it??

**bubba g** · 02-18-2007, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LuxuryChic

Well it's been a while since i've hit the gym and even dieted for that matter, i've got the diet thing down again, but i have completely forgotten what i should eat for a preworkout meal, i can't remember if it's complex carbs or simple carbs, i think it's complex cause i no u want the simple carbs afterwards. so what is it??

you got it right... I eat a bowl of oatmeal an our before lifting, and simple carbs (dextrose) afterwards in my post workout shake...

**DJSTARER** · 02-18-2007, 04:10 PM

It depends on a number of factors. Depending on your goals, the most important thing you can do to have a strong workout is to have a sound diet for the couple days leading up to the workout. Most people forget how long it REALLY takes carbohydrates to metabolize into useable glyogen. That said, to prevent catabolism and ensure recovery, a blend of protein or branch chain amino acids along with a possible carb source will do you just fine pre-workout. I try to keep anything within 2 hours of lifting in liquid form because I feel sluggish otherwise. I've been working with a sports nutritionist here who insists the body can't metabolize simple protein peptides and a simple carb molecule simultaniously. He believes the body absorbes nutrients in this manner:

1) water
2) sugar
3) protein

for this reason, the following workout protocal is used by myself.

-2 hours pre workout: 5oz (dry) pasta with chicken and 1 tbls oil.
-30 min pre workout- 1 scoop of whey+ 1 scoop of energy supp
-halfway through my workout I begin the consumption of 40g sugar.
-PWO i finish the sugar.
-30 min PWO I take my protein and multi alone.
-1 hour PWO I eat the same meal as I did 2 hours prior.

**Succio** · 02-18-2007, 07:27 PM

whey protein
oatmeal + pb

the oatmeal and pb is reallyt good

**davtown** · 03-01-2007, 03:40 PM

Echoing what others said, consistent daily nutrition is key to consistently good workouts.

I like to eat a nice hearty meal 1.5-2 hours before hand (usually steak or chicken with some rice or pasta). About 30 minutes prior to training I eat an apple and a banana, and 15 minutes prior I drink 1 scoop of whey.

Another method I have used with success is to eat my meal 2 hours before hand, and then 45 minutes prior to training eat an apple with some peanut butter on top, washed down with 1 scoop of whey.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJSTARER

It depends on a number of factors. Depending on your goals, the most important thing you can do to have a strong workout is to have a sound diet for the couple days leading up to the workout. Most people forget how long it REALLY takes carbohydrates to metabolize into useable glyogen. That said, to prevent catabolism and ensure recovery, a blend of protein or branch chain amino acids along with a possible carb source will do you just fine pre-workout. I try to keep anything within 2 hours of lifting in liquid form because I feel sluggish otherwise. I've been working with a sports nutritionist here who insists the body can't metabolize simple protein peptides and a simple carb molecule simultaniously. He believes the body absorbes nutrients in this manner:

1) water
2) sugar
3) protein

for this reason, the following workout protocal is used by myself.

-2 hours pre workout: 5oz (dry) pasta with chicken and 1 tbls oil.
-30 min pre workout- 1 scoop of whey+ 1 scoop of energy supp
-halfway through my workout I begin the consumption of 40g sugar.
-PWO i finish the sugar.
-30 min PWO I take my protein and multi alone.
-1 hour PWO I eat the same meal as I did 2 hours prior.

How long have you been using this regimen and have you noticed any difference? Sounds interesting.

**DJSTARER** · 03-02-2007, 12:10 AM

i've been using it all year, and i've been having some pretty redic results in the past 7 months or so. Less gas and less soreness. I mean, there may be some lurking variables, but it seems like the amino acid uptake is greater when i keep it away from the sugars.

Giggety Giggety · 03-02-2007, 02:03 AM

Pre workout meal= Oats/Eggwhites usually, 45mins pre workout 1.5 scoop ISS's satur8 Rush.
During=6-8 scoops xtend w/ 5 grams creatine mono in a gallon jug.
Post workout= a serving of CORE's PWO, hour and 30mins later more oats/egghwhites.

**powerman2000** · 03-02-2007, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Giggety Giggety

Pre workout meal= Oats/Eggwhites usually, 45mins pre workout 1.5 scoop ISS's satur8 Rush.
During=6-8 scoops xtend w/ 5 grams creatine mono in a gallon jug.
Post workout= a serving of CORE's PWO, hour and 30mins later more oats/egghwhites.

Now that's well planned out!

**davtown** · 03-02-2007, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJSTARER

i've been using it all year, and i've been having some pretty redic results in the past 7 months or so. Less gas and less soreness. I mean, there may be some lurking variables, but it seems like the amino acid uptake is greater when i keep it away from the sugars.

Cool. Quick question - what are you using for your '1 scoop of energy supp'?

**DJSTARER** · 03-03-2007, 12:20 AM

NO explode

**romanaz** · 03-03-2007, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by DJSTARER

NO explode

how do you like NO? I've been thinking about trying out some, and was either going to start with NO explode or something else thats popular, just to see if it works.

**DJSTARER** · 03-03-2007, 06:07 AM

its expensive as hell, but it gets me pumped and wired. sometimes i get headaches after me workouts, but it is worth it.

02-18-2007, 02:23 PM	#1
LuxuryChic Pro Stature Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 113 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 4	Pre workout Well it's been a while since i've hit the gym and even dieted for that matter, i've got the diet thing down again, but i have completely forgotten what i should eat for a preworkout meal, i can't remember if it's complex carbs or simple carbs, i think it's complex cause i no u want the simple carbs afterwards. so what is it?? __________________ Lift-eat-sleep-grow-repeat Age: 18 Weight: 262bs Goal: August 2007 - 220lbs

02-18-2007, 04:10 PM	#3
DJSTARER eating more folate... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: State College, PA Posts: 3,979 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 113	It depends on a number of factors. Depending on your goals, the most important thing you can do to have a strong workout is to have a sound diet for the couple days leading up to the workout. Most people forget how long it REALLY takes carbohydrates to metabolize into useable glyogen. That said, to prevent catabolism and ensure recovery, a blend of protein or branch chain amino acids along with a possible carb source will do you just fine pre-workout. I try to keep anything within 2 hours of lifting in liquid form because I feel sluggish otherwise. I've been working with a sports nutritionist here who insists the body can't metabolize simple protein peptides and a simple carb molecule simultaniously. He believes the body absorbes nutrients in this manner: 1) water 2) sugar 3) protein for this reason, the following workout protocal is used by myself. -2 hours pre workout: 5oz (dry) pasta with chicken and 1 tbls oil. -30 min pre workout- 1 scoop of whey+ 1 scoop of energy supp -halfway through my workout I begin the consumption of 40g sugar. -PWO i finish the sugar. -30 min PWO I take my protein and multi alone. -1 hour PWO I eat the same meal as I did 2 hours prior. __________________ My philosophies on training: "Extreme training yields extreme results" "Just because you can, does not mean you should" "The best program is the one you are not doing" Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass PGA Professional of America Current Stats: 474 Squat 601 Deadlift 320 Bench Goals for next training cycle: 500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

02-18-2007, 07:27 PM	#4
Succio IronMass Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: beastville Posts: 1,938 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 95	whey protein oatmeal + pb the oatmeal and pb is reallyt good __________________ SUPPLEMENTS.NET REP

03-02-2007, 12:10 AM	#6
DJSTARER eating more folate... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: State College, PA Posts: 3,979 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 113	i've been using it all year, and i've been having some pretty redic results in the past 7 months or so. Less gas and less soreness. I mean, there may be some lurking variables, but it seems like the amino acid uptake is greater when i keep it away from the sugars. __________________ My philosophies on training: "Extreme training yields extreme results" "Just because you can, does not mean you should" "The best program is the one you are not doing" Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass PGA Professional of America Current Stats: 474 Squat 601 Deadlift 320 Bench Goals for next training cycle: 500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

03-03-2007, 12:20 AM	#10
DJSTARER eating more folate... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: State College, PA Posts: 3,979 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 113	NO explode __________________ My philosophies on training: "Extreme training yields extreme results" "Just because you can, does not mean you should" "The best program is the one you are not doing" Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass PGA Professional of America Current Stats: 474 Squat 601 Deadlift 320 Bench Goals for next training cycle: 500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

03-02-2007, 02:03 AM	#7
Giggety Giggety New Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 16 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 0	Pre workout meal= Oats/Eggwhites usually, 45mins pre workout 1.5 scoop ISS's satur8 Rush. During=6-8 scoops xtend w/ 5 grams creatine mono in a gallon jug. Post workout= a serving of CORE's PWO, hour and 30mins later more oats/egghwhites.

03-03-2007, 06:07 AM	#12
DJSTARER eating more folate... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: State College, PA Posts: 3,979 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 113	its expensive as hell, but it gets me pumped and wired. sometimes i get headaches after me workouts, but it is worth it. __________________ My philosophies on training: "Extreme training yields extreme results" "Just because you can, does not mean you should" "The best program is the one you are not doing" Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass PGA Professional of America Current Stats: 474 Squat 601 Deadlift 320 Bench Goals for next training cycle: 500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

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